Japanese pudding gets a massive big-eats upgrade at this Tokyo cafe

Imagine demolishing a four-kilo purin made with 32 eggs. That’s something many wise people would advise against, but it's precisely what a curious reporter decided to do. In Tokyo’s upscale Omotesando district, she found herself at Sweet Check cafe, eager to try the legendary four-kilo purin. For reporter Natsuki Gojo, this Japanese dessert is a favorite, so when she heard about the massive pudding, she couldn’t resist the opportunity to give it a try.

As Natsuki arrived at the cafe, the enormity of her order hit her. The staff brought a tray that took up almost the entire table, with a huge mould on top of it. As the mould was gradually removed, Natsuki’s eyes widened in awe. The caramel sauce came flooding out like a waterfall, revealing her dream giant pudding. Staff informed her that this sweet beast weighed around 4 kilos and was made using 32 eggs and two litres (68 ounces) of milk.

Determined to embrace her dream, Natsuki blocked out the mental image of eating two dozen eggs in one sitting. She carefully dipped her spoon into the silky smooth pudding and took a bite. The pudding had a beautifully firm texture, and the first taste revealed a rich flavour of custard, just as she likes it. The caramel sauce had a strong bitterness that balanced out the sweetness, making it an indulgent and decadent experience.